Island City House Hotel, Key WestIsland City House Hotel in Key West, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 29 of 40 hotels we score in Key West. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction. Rooms from about $324 a night (cached, not a live quote).Island City House Hotel is a historic guesthouse at 411 William Street in Key West's Historic District, Florida. Operating since 1912, it is the oldest continuously running guesthouse on the island. The property offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, concierge service, free WiFi throughout, and laundry and dry cleaning. Rooms include kitchens and air conditioning, and massage services are available. Its central position puts guests within walking distance of the old town, so it suits travellers who want a characterful, small-scale base rather than a full-service resort. Be aware that there is no on-site parking and the building has no elevator, which may not suit everyone.What stands out

Heated tropical pool and rooftop terrace

Friendly, helpful staff

Clean, comfortable historic rooms

Central, walkable Key West location

Watch out for

No on-site parking

No elevator in the building

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